Crime Rate in Preston Rural East: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Preston Rural East

The total recorded crimes in Preston Rural East, Preston, UK in July 2025 are around 106 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Preston Rural East crime rate of 70.66 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Preston Rural East, encompassing approximately 1,500 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (39) incidents (69.57% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (35) incidents (29.63% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (9) incidents (28.57% increase)
Preston Rural East Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Cumeragh Lane with total crimes: 14
  • Goldcrest Drive with total crimes: 13
  • Joyce Road with total crimes: 5

How safe is Preston Rural East?

To understand the safety of Preston Rural East, we need to analyze Preston Rural East crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Preston:

    • In 2024, Preston Rural East demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Preston average, with 725 crimes compared to 1568.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Preston Rural East recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 15 other areas in the Preston.

    • In 2023, Preston Rural East had fewer crimes than the Preston average, with 538 crimes compared to 1,434. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Preston Rural East recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 15 other areas in the Preston.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Preston, Preston Rural East has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.

Preston Rural East Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Preston Rural East has recorded 106 crimes with crime rate of 70.66 ranking 9th out of 15 in the Preston, UK

In 2024, the total Preston Rural East crimes were 725. The crime rate of Preston Rural East in 2024 was 483.30 (year) or 40.28 (month) ranking it 13 dangerous area in the Preston.

In 2023, the total crimes in Preston Rural East were around 538 crimes with yearly crime rate of 358.64 (year) or 29.89 (month) ranking 14 most dangerous area in the Preston.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Preston Rural East)CrimesRank (Preston Rural East)CrimesRank (Preston Rural East)
City Centre489 16,637 15,945 1
St Matthew's221 22,431 22,366 2
Plungington148 52,341 32,251 3
Brookfield177 31,481 61,200 7
Deepdale161 41,720 41,763 4
Ashton136 71,620 51,683 5
Ribbleton137 61,380 81,385 6
Ingol & Cottam112 81,390 71,149 9
Fishwick & Frenchwood84 121,232 91,162 8
Lea & Larches95 11876 10833 10
Sharoe Green99 10847 11723 11
Garrison48 14829 12668 12
Cadley58 13711 14629 13
Greyfriars36 16493 15382 15
Preston Rural North39 15377 16263 16

Preston Rural East Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 39 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 35 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (27 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (23 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (30 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (13 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (27 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (24 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (21 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (14 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 17 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 16 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (37 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (19 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 29 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (18 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (17 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (17 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (20 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (10 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (22 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (21 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 216 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 18.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 39 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202539
June 202523
May 202513
April 202527
March 202514
February 202516
January 202519
December 20246
November 202417
October 202411
September 202410
August 202421

A total of 56 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.09 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 20257
May 202510
April 20252
March 20253
January 20254
December 20243
November 20245
October 20249
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 297 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 24.75 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 37 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202535
June 202527
May 202530
April 202524
March 202521
February 202517
January 202537
December 202429
November 202418
October 202417
September 202420
August 202422

A total of 45 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.75 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 20256
May 20253
April 20255
March 20254
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20244
October 20245
September 20241
August 20244

A total of 32 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.91 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
April 20254
March 20254
February 20254
January 20254
December 20245
November 20242
October 20242
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 49 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.08 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20254
May 20254
April 20254
March 20253
February 20252
January 20258
December 20243
November 20241
October 20245
September 20248
August 20242

A total of 28 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.55 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20254
April 20254
March 20252
February 20252
January 20251
December 20242
November 20242
October 20243
September 20243
August 20244

A total of 13 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.17 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20251
March 20253
January 20252
November 20242
October 20241

A total of 35 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.18 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
April 20258
March 20253
February 20253
January 20253
December 20242
November 20244
October 20244
September 20245

A total of 5 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
February 20251
October 20241
September 20241

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251

A total of 7 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20251
February 20252
December 20242
September 20241

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
October 20241
August 20241

High Crime Locations Preston Rural East in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Preston Rural East postcode area is presented below.

1. Cumeragh Lane (Map)
Total14
Public order6
Anti-social behaviour5
Violence and sexual offences3
2. Goldcrest Drive (Map)
Total13
Violence and sexual offences8
Anti-social behaviour2
Other crime1
Other theft1
Public order1
3. Joyce Road (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1
4. Bleasdale Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
5. Cameron Avenue (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
6. The Ridings (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting3
7. Chaffinch Manor (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
8. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
9. Willow Tree Avenue (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1

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